Casual Vet Teacher

Bring your industry expertise into the classroom and empower learners
- Casual opportunities at our Croydon, Wantirna and Hawthorn campus's
- Attractive casual rates (depending on experience and qualifications)

**About the Role**
At Swinburne, we're not just educating for today — we're shaping the future of vocational education. As a VET Teacher specialising in Library and Information Services, you'll play a vital role in preparing students for the evolving demands of the industry. This is a unique opportunity to bring your professional experience into the classroom, delivering high-quality, relevant training that blends industry best practice with innovative, student-centred learning.

In this role, you'll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team of educators who are passionate about excellence in teaching and learning. Together, you'll design, deliver, assess, and continuously improve programs from certificate through to diploma and associate degree levels. Your knowledge of the Library and Information Services sector will be invaluable in shaping course content that is both current and practical, ensuring students graduate with the skills and confidence to thrive in the field.

You'll be encouraged to embrace technology and diverse teaching methodologies to engage a wide range of learners. Whether working in the classroom, online, or in hybrid formats, your ability to create inclusive, customised, and safe learning environments will be key to student success. You'll also serve as a mentor, providing guidance and support to learners from a variety of backgrounds.

At Swinburne, we're committed to your growth as an educator. You'll have access to ongoing professional development to keep you at the forefront of vocational education and maintain your currency within the Library and Information Services industry. If you're passionate about teaching, eager to share your expertise, and ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of library professionals, we'd love to hear from you.

**About You**
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

- Demonstrated ability to implement high quality innovative teaching and learning programs in a variety of learning modes, reflecting an understanding of successful approaches to Library & Information Services teaching
- Demonstrated ability to foster and promote an inclusive, customised and safe learning environment and provide support and advice to a diverse range of students and clients
- Demonstrated ability to participate effectively in continuous improvement, and develop high quality teaching and assessment materials
- Builds constructive relationships with colleagues and generates ideas for improvements which includes demonstrating high level communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to identify own learning needs and obtain support for professional development to be able to perform as a VET practitioner of the 21st century
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, student mentoring and student experience.
- Current practical experience (currency) within the Library & Information Services industry

**Qualifications**
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40116 or equivalent
- Diploma or higher qualification in the field of Library and Information Services
- 4 years' Vocational experience in the field of Library or Information Services (GLAM sector)

**About Swinburne University of Technology**
Swinburne's strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

**To Apply**
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.

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**Applications Close: Thursday 29 May 2025, at 11.00pm**

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, se